In the wake of a disappointing 5-12 season in 2022, the Los Angeles Rams acknowledged that their championship window was closing. The core players who led them to victory in Super Bowl LVI—like quarterback Matthew Stafford, linebacker Von Miller, and receiver Odell Beckham Jr.—were aging, and the team’s once aggressive approach of “F— them picks” was no longer sustainable. As general manager Les Snead noted, the team needed to evaluate when it was time to pivot and start building for the future. The Rams made a strategic shift, turning their focus toward rebuilding with a more traditional approach: emphasizing the draft to develop young talent while keeping veteran stars like Stafford and wide receiver Cooper Kupp in place.
This shift has been evident in their recent draft classes, which are still in early development but show promise. By adding young, high-potential players, the Rams are attempting to build a new core to complement their veteran stars, like defensive standout Aaron Donald. If these draft picks continue to develop, the Rams might be able to quickly return to contender status, balancing experience with youth to sustain success in the future.
